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Capitol Hill Bookstore Tour

Explore Capitol Hill's independent bookstores and vibrant neighborhoods on a 135-minute guided tour, including coffee or tea and a visit to Eastern Market.

Washington DC
2 hrs 15 min
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Embark on a captivating Capitol Hill Bookstore Tour, where literary gems await. Begin your journey on H St, a lively area brimming with restaurants and entertainment. Visit Solid State, a black-owned independent bookstore offering a diverse array of titles. Enjoy a complimentary coffee or tea as you explore. Weather permitting, take a leisurely 25-minute walk or an Uber to East City, a women-owned bookstore founded by local bibliophile Laurie Gillman. Continue to Capitol Hill Books, a charming shop with unique rooms like the Mystery Room and the Cultural Closet. Conclude your tour at Eastern Market, where you can savor local vendors and food. This tour is a must for book lovers visiting Capitol Hill.

Pros

  • Discover literary treasures
  • Explore Capitol Hill's vibrant neighborhoods
  • Visit diverse independent bookstores
  • Enjoy a coffee or tea
  • Stroll through Eastern Market
  • See iconic sites like the U.S. Capitol

Includes

  • Soda/Pop
  • Coffee or tea
  • Uber ride based on weather conditions

Excludes

  • Books/magazines found at the bookstores
$79.99
4.57Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Discover literary treasures
  • Explore Capitol Hill's vibrant neighborhoods
  • Visit diverse independent bookstores
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